2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 964 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |